Italy: Rome to Amalfi

Before You Go Download these free apps before departure to make navigating Spain easier and more enjoyable. 📍 Google Maps Download offline maps for Barcelona and Mallorca before leaving home. Great for walking directions, public transportation, an...

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Money & Payments Withdraw about €200 from an ATM at Rome airport. Replenish only from ATMs inside bank lobbies. When paying, use this order of priority — swiping your card leaves you vulnerable to skimming and should be avoided: Apple Pay (most se...

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While in Italy, you are required to carry your actual passport (not just a photo or copy) on you at all times. Italian police conduct random document checks on both drivers and pedestrians. A photocopy will not be accepted; without your original p...

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Starting in 2026, the European Union launched a digital border system called the Entry/Exit System (EES). This affects American travelers. What is EES? EES replaces physical passport stamps with a digital record. Each time you enter or exit a part...

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🚖 Getting Around Europe: Ride-Hailing, Taxis & Walking Navigating European cities is easy when you have the right tools on your phone. Here’s a quick guide to using Bolt, Uber, Taxis, and Google Maps during your trip. 📱 Download Both Ride-Hailing ...

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We’ve done the hard work of planning. These tips help make your travel days and on‑the‑ground experience smoother. Your documents Read through your itinerary and vouchers before you leave home. Understand baggage allowances, transfer logistics, an...

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Let’s Get Packing! As you think about things to pack, here are a few suggestions and Amazon links for some of your essential items. This list is intended to make your planning easy and not stressful. It’s not a random packing list — it’s literally...

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In Italy, tipping is not mandatory, but expressed as a gesture of appreciation for exceptional service. While local custom often leans towards modest rounding, the guidelines below reflect standard gratuity expectations for high-end, private, and ...

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🧳 My Luggage Once Went to Italy Without Me And stayed there for two months! Thankfully, I had travel protection to help cover the unexpected expenses. While lost luggage is frustrating, there are much bigger reasons to consider coverage when trave...

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Review the tour details, terms, and conditions provided by Collette, including: Activity level 3 with extended walking on cobblestones, hills, stairs, and uneven surfaces in Rome, Sorrento, Ravello, Amalfi, Pompeii, Capri, and Naples. Motorized sc...

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description: Your adventure begins with an overnight flight from Philadelphia to Italy, starting your journey through southern Italy and its rich scenery, art, culture, food, and wine.

Arrival in Rome and transfer to hotel Arrive in Rome, Italy, and transfer on an air inclusive arrival shared transfer to your hotel. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city...

Your tour opens in the "Eternal City" of Rome. After your independent time, join your fellow travelers this evening for a welcome drink celebrating the start of your Italian journey.

Begin your exploration of Rome with an expert-guided tour of the city's Renaissance and Baroque highlights. Climb to the top of the Spanish Steps for views of the city’s skyline and down its famous 135 stairs. Stroll over cobblestone streets and w...

Experience the eerily preserved ruins of Pompeii your way, because it’s your choice: Pick a leisurely-paced tour of the highlights, OR Choose a faster-paced visit combining the highlights with Pompeii's further-out gems. Explore this remarkable ar...

Set out this morning for an orientation walk of Sorrento. Located along the southern cliffs of the Bay of Naples, this picturesque resort town is packed with coastal charm and smiling locals. Your walk introduces you to the town’s narrow streets, ...

Overview Join a hands-on cooking class in Sorrento, following family recipes to prepare traditional dishes of the region. After the class, dig into the lunch you helped make for a true taste of local cuisine. The afternoon is yours to enjoy Sorren...

Drive along the stunning Amalfi Coast to its namesake town, Amalfi. Take in dramatic coastal scenery as you travel the winding road. In Amalfi, a former trading hub now a quiet coastal town, see historic landmarks and the black-and-white marble ca...

Continue up to nearby Ravello. Stroll the gardens of Villa Rufolo. Admire sweeping views of la costiera (the coastline, as locals affectionally call it). After your visit, return to Sorrento for an evening at leisure. (B)

Day at leisure in Sorrento Enjoy a full day at leisure to take in the laid-back charm of Sorrento. Wander the town’s streets, relax at a café, or visit local shops and viewpoints at your own pace. (B)

Exploring Paradise: A Day in Capri (optional excursion) Price: $229 USD per person Duration: Approximately 9 hours. Transportation is included. Take a 30-minute ferry from Sorrento to the legendary Isle of Capri (the boat trip is dependent on sea ...

This morning, explore another side of Sorrento during a locally guided walking tour, revealing why this town has long captivated visitors. Hear the legend that Sirens once lured sailors to Sorrento’s shores. Learn why Enrico Caruso, the famous ten...

This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner in Sorrento and bid salute to the end of your Italian getaway. (B, D)

Fly from Naples back to Philadelphia Intl Airport (PHL), ending your Italian journey.